Keys to the Heart (2018 Film)

Keys to the Heart (Korean: 그것만이 내 세상; RR: Geugeotmani Nae Sesang) is a 2018 South Korean comedy-drama film written and directed by Choi Sung-Hyun. The film explores the complex relationship between two estranged brothers who are reunited through their mother.

Promotional poster for the film Keys to the Heart.

Plot

The story follows Jo-Ha, a former professional boxer who has fallen on hard times. He eventually reconnects with his younger brother, Jin-Tae, a talented pianist who lives with a physical disability. Their reunion is facilitated by their mother, In-Sook, who carries the weight of her own past experiences.

Cast

The film features a prominent ensemble cast:

Lee Byung-Hun as Jo-Ha
Park Jeong-Min as Jin-Tae
Youn Yuh-Jung as In-Sook
Han Ji-Min as Ga-Yool
Choi Ri as Byun Soo-Jung
Kim Sung-Ryoung as Ms. Hong
Moon Sook as Bok-Ja
Hwang Suk-Jung as Department Head Kang

Production

Principal photography for the film commenced on June 6, 2017, and concluded on August 27, 2017. The film was distributed by CJ Entertainment and released in South Korea on January 17, 2018.